Cost of living in Pakistan compared to South Korea
Currency:
Food | - 66% | |||
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Food in Pakistan is 66% cheaper than in South Korea | ||||
Pakistan | South Korea | Diff | ||
Basic lunchtime menu (including a drink) in the business district | ₨853 (₩4,068) | ₩12,081 | - 66% | |
Combo meal in fast food restaurant (big mac meal or similar) | ₨1,049 (₩5,004) | ₩7,849 | - 36% | |
500 gr (1 lb.) of boneless chicken breast | ₨492 (₩2,347) | ₩5,923 | - 60% | |
1 liter (1 qt.) of whole fat milk | ₨185 (₩884) | ₩2,942 | - 70% | |
12 eggs, large | ₨314 (₩1,500) | ₩5,102 | - 71% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of tomatoes | ₨168 (₩801) | ₩7,780 | - 90% | |
500 gr (16 oz.) of local cheese | ₨1,416 (₩6,757) | ₩8,958 | - 25% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of apples | ₨317 (₩1,512) | ₩6,825 | - 78% | |
1 kg (2 lb.) of potatoes | ₨97 (₩462) | ₩4,178 | - 89% | |
0.5 l (16 oz) domestic beer in the supermarket | ₨506 (₩2,414) | ₩3,056 | - 21% | |
1 bottle of red table wine, good quality | ₨2,654 (₩12,660) | ₩21,973 | - 42% | |
2 liters of coca-cola | ₨204 (₩971) | ₩3,494 | - 72% | |
Bread for 2 people for 1 day | ₨193 (₩919) | ₩4,603 | - 80% | |
Housing | - 56% | |||
Housing in Pakistan is 56% cheaper than in South Korea | ||||
Pakistan | South Korea | Diff | ||
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in expensive area | ₨152,835 (₩729,081) | ₩1,500,120 | - 51% | |
Monthly rent for 85 m2 (900 sqft) furnished accommodation in normal area | ₨91,231 (₩435,206) | ₩1,934,250 | - 78% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 2 people in 85m2 flat | ₨33,939 (₩161,901) | ₩240,148 | - 33% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in expensive area | ₨75,769 (₩361,445) | ₩1,264,360 | - 71% | |
Monthly rent for a 45 m2 (480 sqft) furnished studio in normal area | ₨53,656 (₩255,959) | ₩725,161 | - 65% | |
Utilities 1 month (heating, electricity, gas ...) for 1 person in 45 m2 (480 sqft) studio | ₨20,047 (₩95,632) | ₩80,000 | + 20% | |
Internet 8 mbps (1 month) | ₨2,152 (₩10,264) | ₩28,380 | - 64% | |
40” flat screen tv | ₨60,264 (₩287,484) | ₩433,362 | - 34% | |
Microwave 800/900 watt (bosch, panasonic, lg, sharp, or equivalent brands) | ₨26,966 (₩128,639) | ₩100,000 | + 29% | |
Laundry detergent (3 l. ~ 100 oz.) | ₨1,409 (₩6,720) | ₩16,029 | - 58% | |
Hourly rate for cleaning help | ₨2,151 (₩10,262) | ₩14,433 | - 29% | |
Clothes | - 48% | |||
Clothes in Pakistan is 48% cheaper than in South Korea | ||||
Pakistan | South Korea | Diff | ||
1 pair of jeans (levis 501 or similar) | ₨4,450 (₩21,229) | ₩85,819 | - 75% | |
1 summer dress in a high street store (zara, h&m or similar retailers) | ₨8,668 (₩41,352) | ₩66,260 | - 38% | |
1 pair of sport shoes (nike, adidas, or equivalent brands) | ₨18,609 (₩88,774) | ₩96,399 | - 8% | |
1 pair of men’s leather business shoes | ₨7,339 (₩35,011) | ₩148,450 | - 76% | |
Transportation | - 53% | |||
Transportation in Pakistan is 53% cheaper than in South Korea | ||||
Pakistan | South Korea | Diff | ||
Volkswagen golf 1.4 tsi 150 cv (or equivalent), with no extras, new | ₨4,426,660 (₩21,116,855) | ₩39,273,000 | - 46% | |
1 liter (1/4 gallon) of gas | ₨277 (₩1,319) | ₩1,635 | - 19% | |
Monthly ticket public transport | ₨3,424 (₩16,332) | ₩58,441 | - 72% | |
Personal Care | - 72% | |||
Personal Care in Pakistan is 72% cheaper than in South Korea | ||||
Pakistan | South Korea | Diff | ||
Cold medicine for 6 days (tylenol, frenadol, coldrex, or equivalent brands) | ₨606 (₩2,890) | ₩7,985 | - 64% | |
1 box of antibiotics (12 doses) | ₨998 (₩4,763) | ₩12,000 | - 60% | |
Short visit to private doctor (15 minutes) | ₨2,526 (₩12,050) | ₩39,691 | - 70% | |
1 box of 32 tampons (tampax, ob, ...) | ₨851 (₩4,058) | ₩20,000 | - 80% | |
Deodorant, roll-on (50ml ~ 1.5 oz.) | ₨669 (₩3,193) | ₩15,000 | - 79% | |
Hair shampoo 2-in-1 (400 ml ~ 12 oz.) | ₨526 (₩2,511) | ₩9,644 | - 74% | |
4 rolls of toilet paper | ₨209 (₩995) | ₩3,593 | - 72% | |
Tube of toothpaste | ₨282 (₩1,347) | ₩6,320 | - 79% | |
Standard men's haircut in expat area of the city | ₨2,238 (₩10,674) | ₩14,338 | - 26% | |
Entertainment | - 70% | |||
Entertainment in Pakistan is 70% cheaper than in South Korea | ||||
Pakistan | South Korea | Diff | ||
Basic dinner out for two in neighborhood pub | ₨3,608 (₩17,213) | ₩37,219 | - 54% | |
2 tickets to the movies | ₨1,829 (₩8,725) | ₩27,364 | - 68% | |
2 tickets to the theater (best available seats) | ₨5,580 (₩26,621) | ₩249,761 | - 89% | |
Dinner for two at an italian restaurant in the expat area including appetisers, main course, wine and dessert | ₨6,757 (₩32,235) | ₩127,461 | - 75% | |
1 cocktail drink in downtown club | ₨2,441 (₩11,644) | ₩15,654 | - 26% | |
Cappuccino in expat area of the city | ₨794 (₩3,789) | ₩5,510 | - 31% | |
1 beer in neighbourhood pub (500ml or 1pt.) | ₨706 (₩3,369) | ₩6,631 | - 49% | |
Ipad wi-fi 128gb | ₨72,434 (₩345,538) | ₩924,016 | - 63% | |
1 min. of prepaid mobile tariff (no discounts or plans) | ₨3.61 (₩17) | ₩206 | - 92% | |
1 month of gym membership in business district | ₨2,832 (₩13,509) | ₩98,667 | - 86% | |
1 package of marlboro cigarettes | ₨441 (₩2,102) | ₩4,699 | - 55% | |
TOTAL | - 62% |
This comparison has some inconsistent or sparse data. It already provides a reliable comparison but it is not bullet-proof. It is based on 1,693 prices entered by 532 different people.
These prices were last updated on March 18, 2024.
Exchange rate:
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Cost of living in Pakistan is 62% cheaper than in South Korea
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